Thinking the Game – Defensively
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While most hockey folks who pass through this site have a sense of what the difference is, it wouldn’t hurt to attempt an explanation..
Read MoreIce-Cold Confidence
When we talk about becoming a great hockey player, most folks jump straight to speed, shooting, or stickhandling. But there’s another ingredient that separates average players from true difference-makers, and that’s something I like to call “ice-cold confidence”. It’s that steady, unshakable belief in yourself no matter what the scoreboard says, who’s on the other…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 63
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to June’s content…
Read MoreGame-smart Strategies
Helping your high school players grow smarter on the ice is one of the most valuable things one can do as a coach. Skills and conditioning are important, no doubt, but hockey IQ is what separates the good players from the great ones.
Read MoreFrom Amateur to Pro
For many, the journey to the pros doesn’t begin under bright arena lights or in front of scouts — it begins at a local rink, tying up skates for the very first time.
Read More3 Defensive Skill Drills
This post is an example of what can be gained from one of our Exclusive Hockey Apps. To be honest, these are drills I haven’t even considered before, yet ones that I’d surely use today. ~ Dennis C Anticipation Interception DrillThis drill helps players improve their ability to intercept passes and understand passing lanes. Set…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 62
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to May’s content…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 61
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to April’s content…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 60
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to September’s content…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 59
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to September’s content…
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